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Article Word Counts

Album review

250 to 500 words, though 4 star album reviews must exceed 350 words and 4.5 and 5 star album reviews must exceed 500 words.

Extended analysis

500 to 900 words.

Book reviews & DVD review

500 to 1400 words.

Concert review

400 to 700 words. Submitted within 1-2 weeks of the show.

Festival review

For a single day festival, 700+ words; for a multi day festival, 1,500+ words..

Catching Up With

1,000 to 2,000 words

Interview

At least 2,000 words, not including the introduction. Longer is fine.

Multiple album review

At least 100 words of introduction and 200 words per album.

All other article types

At author's discretion.

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